Functional Consultant - Business Central

ILG India Fashion

Role & Responsibilities:

Requirement Gathering and Analysis

• Engage with stakeholders to gather detailed business requirements.
• Analyze and understand business processes, translating them into system requirements.

2. Solution Design

• Design end-to-end solutions using Microsoft Dynamics BC modules.
• Develop functional specifications and system architecture based on business requirements.
• Configure the Dynamics system to align with business needs.

3. Implementation and Customization

• Lead the implementation of Dynamics BC projects, ensuring timely delivery.
• Customize Dynamics BC modules (Finance, Sales, Marketing, etc.) to meet unique business requirements.
• Collaborate with technical teams for system integrations and customizations.

4. Power BI Report Development

• Understand reporting requirements from stakeholders.
• Prepare datasets or leverage existing datasets with new measures.
• Develop new measures using DAX.
• Create, validate, and optimize reports integrated with Business Central.

5. Project Management

• Lead workshops and meetings with key business stakeholders.
• Oversee User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and manage post-go-live support.

6. Training and Documentation

• Provide end-user training on Dynamics BC functionality.
• Develop user manuals and documentation for implemented solutions.

7. Stakeholder Communication

• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure project alignment.
• Act as a liaison between technical teams and business users to ensure solutions meet objectives.

8. Quality Assurance

• Ensure thorough testing and adherence to quality assurance processes.
• Provide troubleshooting and resolution support during implementation and post-go-live phases.

Key Skills:

In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics BC, particularly in Finance, Supply Chain, and Operations modules.

Strong understanding of LS Retail and Business Central table structures (mandatory).

Expertise in Power BI, including data connectivity, SQL queries, DAX, and report visualization.

Strong understanding of business processes such as financial management, sales & distribution, procurement, retail operations, and after-sales service.

Experience in project management, particularly in leading ERP implementations.

Problem-solving skills to address complex business challenges with technical solutions.

Excellent communication skills to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Bachelors degree with 3+ years of experience in a functional consulting role, particularly with Microsoft Dynamics BC.
• Experience in industries such as distribution, manufacturing, retail, or logistics is a plus.
• Knowledge of Power BI report development is mandatory.
• Experience with LS Retail is an added advantage.